Deals are not struck at air shows, but they are the place where OEMs and airlines make a splash with order announcements. The 2025 Paris Air Show will serve as a good barometer of the aviation sector, and could yield hundreds of aircraft orders, says Dr Stuart Hatcher, chief economist at IBA
The global satellite laser communications market is projected to grow at a 40% CAGR, reaching $15 billion by 2032. The adoption of laser communications in LEO satellites is powering this growth, says Laurynas Mačiulis, CEO of Astrolight
The airline industry is undergoing a profound digital transformation as demand is reshaping traditional business models. With IFEC emerging as a cornerstone of the modern travel experience, airlines have an opportunity to disrupt passenger engagement while exploring new revenue streams, says Tanguy Morel, CEO of Moment
More than 4,500 passenger experience professionals attended World Travel Catering and Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) in Hamburg last month, including representatives from more than 165 airlines. The show organisers look back at how the wide range of exhibitors and participants created a dynamic ecosystem that will shape tomorrow’s passenger journey
Starlink’s LEO in-flight connectivity (IFC) service is set to grow the number of connected aircraft it serves from a few hundred today, to more than 10,000 by the end of 2034, according to David Whelan, senior analyst at Valour Consultancy
The latest industry data from ADS highlights soaring orders, growing demand for both single-aisle and wide-body aircraft, and a record aircraft order backlog
Airline CEOs, procurement leaders, engineers and passenger experience specialists from across the globe converged at this year’s Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX), making it clear that innovative, novel cabin solutions are central to how commercial airlines compete for and connect with passengers
SELL: There will be nearly 30,000 IFC terminals in business aviation by 2033, with 25% being for high-speed LEO, according to Summer Staninski from Valour Consultancy
Drawing on analysis of over 55,000 articles, 1 million social posts, and passenger perceptions across 8 countries, a study conducted by AIX and Carma pinpoints ‘Products and Services’ as a major influence on airline reputation – directly highlighting the crucial role of the airline cabin experience. The report dives into the importance of key factors like sustainability and accessibility, to create valuable data for understanding how aircraft interior choices and service innovations can impact brand perception in this competitive market
The move this week by China to block further Boeing deliveries to its airlines adds to the ongoing tension that has been increasing for many years. Dr Stuart Hatcher, chief economist at IBA, considers today’s situation and potential developments
